Why is it called the Way of the Roses?
The route is named after the War of the Roses, the series of bloody civil wars during the 15th century between two competing royal families – the House of York (white rose) and the House of Lancaster (red rose), both members of the royal Plantagenet family.
How hard is the Way of the Roses cycle route?
Other than that, though, it’s best described as ‘undulating’ terrain – enough to feel like an achievement, but never too much. Do take extreme care on Greenhow Hill, the descent into Pateley Bridge. This is steep, twisting, and often potholed, and has been the scene of several accidents, some fatal.
How long is the Way of the Roses?
170 mile
The Way of the Roses is a 170 mile coast-to-coast cycle route from Morecambe in the west, to Bridlington on Yorkshire’s renowned east coast; passing through some of the finest landscape in the country.
Can you walk the Way of the Roses?
The way of the Roses is a new cycle route going coast to coast from Morecambe to Bridlington which is also available for walkers. It is split into three major sections.
Where does the Way of the Roses end?
Bridlington
Distances for the Way of the Roses The map details the fantastic Way of the Roses cycle route which runs from Morecambe on the Irish Sea in Lancashire to Bridlington on the North Sea in Yorkshire.
Is the Way of the Roses suitable for road bikes?
As this route is either on roads or surfaced off-road tracks most bikes will be suitable and many cyclists complete this route each year on road bikes. Your choice of bike may be dependent on how you intend to carry luggage (see below for baggage transfer).
Is the Way of the Roses signposted?
The Way of the Roses cycle route is fully signposted and takes you along stunning river valleys, high into the Yorkshire Dales, through towns steeped in history dating back to the Neolithic era and across ancient Viking battlefields.
Can you do Way of the Roses on a road bike?
Can you cycle Hadrians wall?
Whether you’re taking your young family on an easy jaunt and stopping off at forts along the way, or you’re a serious cyclist determined to eat up the miles as you soak up the history, Hadrian’s Wall Country is a pedalling paradise.
How long does it take to walk the length of Hadrian’s Wall?
TIME/DISTANCE The Hadrian’s Wall Path runs for 84 miles/135km from Wallsend, North Tyneside, in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in the west. Fit walkers are recommended to allow 6 or 7 days to tackle the whole path.
Can you walk Hadrian’s Wall with a dog?
Thers’ no problem taking your dog along Hadrian’s Wall – as long as your dog’s fit enough and can mange a few stiles! Just remember that along some sections you’ll be in livestock areas and your dog will have to be on a lead.
What is the way of the Roses cycle route?
Way of the Roses cycle route – one of Britain’s best ‘coast-to-coast’ routes Welcome to the official online guide to the Way of the Roses coast to coast cycle route.
What is the way of the Rose?
Instead of lineages of power, we value circles of friendship. The Way of the Rose began when an ex-Buddhist monk experienced an apparition of the Lady in 2011 who invited him to pray the rosary with the words: “If you rise to say the rosary tonight, a column of saints will support your prayer.”
How many miles is way of the Roses?
Way of the Roses cycle route has 170 miles of the finest views that Yorkshire and Lancashire have to offer, taking in the Lune Valley, Yorkshire Dales, glorious Nidderdale and the Yorkshire Wolds.
Where to stay on the way of the Roses?
Perfectly situated when cycling the Way of the Roses. At almost 1000 feet altitude, with spectacular panoramic views of Wharfedale, our bunk barn above Grassington is a magnificent spot offering comfortable budget accommodation for groups of up to 34 people.